Candied Pineapple

Directions

1. 1
   Dice the pineapple into 1/2-inch (2-cm) pieces.
2. 2
   Mix with the sugar and the vanilla bean in a large, nonstick saucepan or skillet.
3. 3
   Cook over medium heat until the sugar dissolves and the pineapple becomes very juicy and shiny.
4. 4
   Continue cooking the pineapple until most of the liquid is gone; this will take about 20 minutes.
5. 5
   Continue to cook, stirring and turning the pineapple constantly at this point, until the pineapple becomes sticky and the syrup thickens.
6. 6
   Remove from the heat and let the pineapple cool in the pan.
7. 7
   Remove the vanilla bean before serving (it can be rinsed and saved for another use).
8. 8
   Serve warm or at room temperature.
9. 9
   Candied Pineapple can be stored in the refrigerator up to 1 week.
10. 10
    Let it come to room temperature before serving, or rewarm it in a microwave or a saucepan over very low heat.